Daniel Zildjian Garon Benitez (born April 23, 1997), popularly known through the mononym Zild, is a Filipino musician, producer, and singer-songwriter.
He graduated at De La Salle-College of St. Benilde in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Production.
The Silongas were able to recruit drummer Badjao de Castro and bassist Zildjian "Zild" Benitez, who are the sons of Allan's friends.
Unique Salonga, Benitez's churchmate who was already writing his own music, was later recruited to become the band's lead singer.
[2][3] The band later signed to Warner Music Philippines and released their first single "Ilaw sa Daan".
[5] The band also won the Dreams Come True with Air Asia, the airline's search for the most promising acts in the region.
Benitez is also a member of electronic pop duo Manila Magic, with Tim Marquez of One Click Straight.